2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon.

Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 2005 Seat Leon
Make Audi Seat
Model Q7 Leon
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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