1998 Seat Marbella vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella.
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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Marbella | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Seat | Audi |
Model | Marbella | A6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2911 mm |