2006 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
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2006 Audi S4 | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S4 | GTI |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |