2002 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 361 kg more than 2002 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A4 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A4 | Leon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |