2005 Seat Leon vs. 2001 Audi TT
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 Audi TT.
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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT. 2001 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2001 Audi TT | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | Leon | TT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
