2008 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 3,101 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (326 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A6 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3101 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
