2004 BMW M5 vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 2 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 448 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 2004 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M5 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | M5 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
