2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, both vehicles can yield 280 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
