2000 Seat Leon vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Leon | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Leon | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
