2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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. Both 2004 Audi A4 and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 Transporter. 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 @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A4 Transporter
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 205 km/hour 142 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 19.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 2000 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 80 L