2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Pathfinder | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
