2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |