1995 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
