1999 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 104 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. 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, 2009 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 7.3 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 | 1230 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
