2004 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
