2011 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 477 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Golf | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
