2001 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Leon | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Seat | Audi |
Model | Leon | A6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |