2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 7 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 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Splash. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A4 | Splash |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11:01 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
