2001 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2001 Audi A4 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 455 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 A4 (350 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A4 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2512 mm |