2007 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 856 kg more than 1998 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A6 | Marbella |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2170 mm |