2006 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 769 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | X5 | Leon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |