2000 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 254 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 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S3 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
