2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |