2004 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
Because 2004 BMW 120 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 2004 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 BMW 120 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 120 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
