1996 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 9 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. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A4 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |