2005 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
