2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |