2006 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A4 | Altea |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |