2000 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Seat Marbella

To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1990 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A6 1990 Seat Marbella
Make Audi Seat
Model A6 Marbella
Year Released 2000 1990
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 842 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 56 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3480 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2170 mm


 

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