2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 476 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |