2004 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 834 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2010 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |