2007 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 406 kg more than 2011 Seat Leon.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X3 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
