2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 611 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2007 BMW Convertible 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 Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | Convertible | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
