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, 2011 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 116 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 2011 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
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 | 1390 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |