2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A6 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
