2009 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon.

Because 2009 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 530 2005 Seat Leon
Make BMW Seat
Model 530 Leon
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 215 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.5 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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