2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 709 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (310 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Multivan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |