2002 Seat Leon vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 99 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.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Leon | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Leon | 123 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |