1996 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Golf | A7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2914 mm |
