2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 363 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 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 Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi Q5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q5 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
