2006 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Seat Altea
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2010 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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 A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Altea. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Altea. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2010 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A8 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
