2001 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2001 Audi A3 and 2001 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Audi A3 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A3 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |