2005 Seat Leon vs. 2010 BMW 750

To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 803 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 BMW 750 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 2010 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Seat Leon 2010 BMW 750
Make Seat BMW
Model Leon 750
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 609 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1302 kg 2105 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 5215 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3211 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 82 L


 

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