2007 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Seat Leon

To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 320 2012 Seat Leon
Make BMW Seat
Model 320 Leon
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 225 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 8.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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