2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (208 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
