2008 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
