2007 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 493 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, 2007 Audi A6 (400 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2005 Volkswagen Golf
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A6 Golf
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1982 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 165 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1257 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 55 L