2006 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. 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, 2006 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A8 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 35 L |
