2006 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 294 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 2006 BMW 530 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 2006 BMW 530. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 530 2005 Seat Leon
Make BMW Seat
Model 530 Leon
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2991 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 245 km/hour 215 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 11.2 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 1670 kg 1376 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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