2001 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Ibiza | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | Ibiza | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
