2007 BMW 118 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 2 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 146 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 118 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 2007 BMW 118. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118. 2007 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 118 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
