2005 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (270 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4178 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |