1999 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (223 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 330 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
