2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |