2005 Audi S4 vs. 1998 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1998 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1998 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | S4 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
