2007 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S4 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |