2000 Volkswagen Hac vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Hac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Hac would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Hac. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Hac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Hac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Hac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Hac. (310 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Hac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Hac | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Hac | A4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1640 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2809 mm |
