1996 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 318 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
Because 1996 BMW 318 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 1996 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 318 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 318 | Leon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |