2006 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 6 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
