2008 BMW M5 vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 7 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (207 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2001 Seat Leon | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | M5 | Leon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |