2006 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 2006 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1998 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A6 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
