2004 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 7 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 62 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
