2005 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 467 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S4 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| 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 | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
