2009 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1999 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1999 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A6 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
