1990 Audi V8 vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 15 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 148 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi V8 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | V8 | Altea |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |