2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 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. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
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 A8 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |