2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 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 84 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 7 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 A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |