2000 Audi S3 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S3 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
