1997 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Seat Ibiza

To start off, both 1997 Audi A6 and 1997 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1997 Seat Ibiza. 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Audi A6 1997 Seat Ibiza
Make Audi Seat
Model A6 Ibiza
Year Released 1997 1997
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1894 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 67.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 70.6 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2450 mm


 

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