2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |