1996 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (105 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
