2008 Audi A5 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A5 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
