2008 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2010 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 335 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
