2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (270 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Audi RS4.
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 RS4 (430 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | RS4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
