1995 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1995 Audi A4. 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
