2009 BMW 535 vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 205 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 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 535 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
