2000 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
