2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A4 Golf
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 11.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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