2009 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 2006 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi R8 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | R8 | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |