2004 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 326 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A3 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
