1997 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Audi A8. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A8 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Audi A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A8 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
