2005 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 721 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
