2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 5 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. Both 2005 Audi A4 and 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
