1997 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1997 Audi A6 and 1997 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 1997 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Audi A6 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Golf |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |