2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 609 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Multivan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |