2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 39 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1740 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.7 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
