2006 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,188 cc, 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A3 2005 Seat Leon
Make Audi Seat
Model A3 Leon
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3188 cc 2790 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 235 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 7.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.6 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 62 L


 

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