2005 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Seat Leon

To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 359 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2000 Seat Leon
Make Audi Seat
Model A4 Leon
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 171 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 320 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 19.5:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1301 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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