2008 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Leon would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon. 2008 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S4 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | S4 | Leon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |