2001 Seat Leon vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Leon | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Leon | 116 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |