2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |