2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. Both 2005 Volkswagen Golf and 2013 Audi A5 are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 593 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Golf | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
