2005 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
