2011 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Leon.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Leon. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Frontier | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Frontier | Leon |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |