2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.

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 (230 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Volkswagen Polo
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A4 Polo
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 140 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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