2007 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 525 | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.4 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 | 1475 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |