2009 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A3 2007 Volkswagen Golf
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A3 Golf
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 234 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 13.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 1224 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L