2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 6 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. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 408 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.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Golf | S4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
