1996 BMW 725 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 409 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 1996 BMW 725 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 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 725. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 725 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 725 | Leon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |