2011 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi A8 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Golf |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4134 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |