2001 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra 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, 2001 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A8 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
