2003 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
