2004 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 383 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A6 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
