2005 Audi S4 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1998 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S4 | Gol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
