2012 Audi S5 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 641 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Audi S5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi S5 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S5 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
