2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Audi A4 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A4 Jetta
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 5600 RPM
Top Speed 235 km/hour 178 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.2 seconds 13.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1162 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L