2005 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 89 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
