2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
