2006 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2012 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A3 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
