2004 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A3 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
