1999 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (150 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Audi A4 (210 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (204 Nm). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
