2009 Audi RS4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, both 2009 Audi RS4 and 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS4 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS4 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, 2009 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS4 | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | RS4 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |
