2007 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2010 Seat Leon.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2010 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A3 | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |