Audi A4 1997 vs Volkswagen Passat 1997

	Audi A4 1997 - 1999	Volkswagen Passat 1997 - 2000
Gearbox:	Manual	Manual
Engine:	1.6 Petrol	1.6 Petrol
Performance
Power:	101 HP	101 HP
Torque:	145 NM	140 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:	12 seconds	13 seconds
	Audi A4 is more dynamic to drive. Audi A4 and Volkswagen Passat have the same engine power, but Audi A4 torque is 5 NM more than Volkswagen Passat. Audi A4 reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):	8.0	8.2
Real fuel consumption:	8.1 l/100km	8.7 l/100km
	The Audi A4 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Audi A4 consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Passat, which means that by driving the Audi A4 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 30 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi A4 consumes 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Passat.
Fuel tank capacity:	62 litres	62 litres
Full fuel tank distance:	770 km in combined cycle	750 km in combined cycle
	1030 km on highway	1000 km on highway
	760 km with real consumption	710 km with real consumption

Volkswagen Passat 1997 1.6 engine: This is a long-lasting engine, and major issues typically arise only after significant mileage. If there is a noticeable drop in power, the fuel pump and fuel pressure regulator should be checked first. ... More about Volkswagen Passat 1997 1.6 engine
Dimensions
Length:	4.48 m	4.67 m
Width:	1.73 m	1.74 m
Height:	1.42 m	1.50 m
	Audi A4 is smaller. Audi A4 is 19 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Passat, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Audi A4 is 8 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:	390 litres	495 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down	1270 litres	no data
	Volkswagen Passat has more luggage space. Audi A4 has 105 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Passat.
Turning diameter:	11.1 meters	11 meters
	The turning circle of the Audi A4 is 0.1 metres more than that of the Volkswagen Passat.
Gross weight (kg):	1`750	1`820

Safety:
Quality:	average	below average
	Audi A4 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Volkswagen Passat, so Audi A4 quality could be a bit better.
Average price (€):	1200	1000
Rating in user reviews:	7.5/10	7.3/10
Pros and Cons:	Audi A4 has more dynamic lower fuel consumption	Volkswagen Passat has roomier boot lower price
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Audi A4 1997 vs Volkswagen Passat 1997

Performance

Fuel consumption

Dimensions