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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 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 216 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.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |