1991 Audi 200 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 200 (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 200 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 200 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 200. (315 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 200 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
