2004 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
