2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 677 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |