2007 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon.
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, 2007 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X3 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
