1995 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 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, 1995 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
