2002 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2002 Audi A4 and 2002 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A4 | 2002 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Passat |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |