2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon 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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
