2007 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
