1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Alhambra | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | Alhambra | A3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
