2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 987 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Q7 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Q7 | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |