2003 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Golf | A3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
