2002 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | R8 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
