2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Seat Altea were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
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, 2008 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A3 | Altea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |