1996 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. Both 1996 Audi A4 and 2003 Seat Altea are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Seat Altea (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A4 | Altea |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |