2005 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
