2002 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Golf | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
