2008 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 182 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
