2002 Seat Leon vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Leon | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Leon | 328 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |