2004 Audi Allroad vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Audi Allroad 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi Allroad (250 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 560 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 Allroad 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 Allroad 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 Allroad (350 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi Allroad | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allroad | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
