2009 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon 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, 2009 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 330 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
