2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. Both 2009 Audi A4 and 2004 Volkswagen Touran are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.

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, 2009 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2004 Volkswagen Touran
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A4 Touran
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.6 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.2 seconds 10.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1331 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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