2003 Audi A2 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Audi A2. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A2 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
