2008 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz A and 2008 Seat Leon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 55 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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz A | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | A | Leon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |