2006 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A3 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
