2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2004 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Leon weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2004 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Micra | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
