2005 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (207 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S4 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
