1994 Audi V8 vs. 2008 Seat Leon

To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Audi V8 2008 Seat Leon
Make Audi Seat
Model V8 Leon
Year Released 1994 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3561 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L