1998 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. Both 1998 Audi A6 and 2005 Seat Leon are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A6 | Leon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |