2008 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 3 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 373 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A5 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
