2006 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | T5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |