2008 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 348 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S4 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S4 | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |