2003 Seat Altea vs. 2012 Audi RS3
To start off, 2012 Audi RS3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS3 (335 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea.
Because 2012 Audi RS3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS3 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 RS3 (450 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Altea | 2012 Audi RS3 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | Altea | RS3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
