2007 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 593 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2512 mm |
