2009 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A6 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
