2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A4 (320 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
