1990 Audi V8 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi V8 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | V8 | Altea |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |