2007 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |