2006 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
