2006 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 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 200 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S4 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |