2004 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 5 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 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 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 | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |