2009 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 2 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. Both 2009 Audi A3 and 2007 Seat Leon are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
Because 2009 Audi A3 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, 2009 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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A3 | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 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 | 1545 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 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 | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |