1996 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 8 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 2004 Seat Alhambra are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 400 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, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
