2005 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (230 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
