2009 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Seat Leon would be higher. Both 2009 Seat Leon and 2012 Audi A1 are equipped with a 1,968 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 616 kg more than 2012 Audi A1.
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 320 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Leon | 2012 Audi A1 | |
Make | Seat | Audi |
Model | Leon | A1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |