1998 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
Because 1998 BMW 330 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 1998 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 330 | Leon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |