1999 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 91 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.

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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi A4 2007 Volkswagen Golf
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A4 Golf
Year Released 1999 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 205 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.3 seconds 12.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1321 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L