2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 264 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
Model | Golf | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |