2001 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A6 | Altea |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |