2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 365 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.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Golf | R8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2324 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |
