2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Leon would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | X5 | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |