2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A4 | Altea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |