Audi A4 2007 vs Volkswagen Golf 2007

 
Audi A4
2007 - 2008
Volkswagen Golf
2007 - 2009
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 2.0 Petrol1.6 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chain and beltTiming belt

Performance

Power: 200 HP102 HP
Torque: 280 NM148 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.6 seconds12.3 seconds
Audi A4 is more dynamic to drive.
Audi A4 engine produces 98 HP more power than Volkswagen Golf, whereas torque is 132 NM more than Volkswagen Golf. Thanks to more power Audi A4 reaches 100 km/h speed 4.7 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.87.4
Real fuel consumption: 9.0 l/100km7.7 l/100km
The Volkswagen Golf is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Audi A4 consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Audi A4 could require 60 litres more fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi A4 consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf.
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres55 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 890 km in combined cycle740 km in combined cycle
1180 km on highway910 km on highway
770 km with real consumption710 km with real consumption
Audi A4 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 360'000 km480'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volkswagen Golf engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 4 years10 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Skoda Octavia, Audi A3, Seat Altea, Seat LeonInstalled on at least 5 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Audi A3, Volkswagen Touran
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volkswagen Golf might be a better choice in this respect.
Audi A4 2007 2.0 engine: This engine is often noted for its excessive oil consumption and significant carbon buildup, which primarily affect intake valves and the intake geometry adjustment mechanism. The oil consumption issue can be ...  More about Audi A4 2007 2.0 engine 

Volkswagen Golf 2007 1.6 engine: This engine is simple and reliable, rarely causing significant issues for owners. Fluctuating idle speed is often linked to a clogged fuel pump strainer or air leaks in the intake system. If vibrations or ...  More about Volkswagen Golf 2007 1.6 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.59 m4.56 m
Width: 1.77 m1.78 m
Height: 1.43 m1.47 m
Audi A4 is 3 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Audi A4 is 4 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 442 litres505 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1495 litres
Volkswagen Golf has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, Audi A4 has 63 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Golf. This could mean that the Audi A4 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter: 11.1 meters10.9 meters
The turning circle of the Audi A4 is 0.2 metres more than that of the Volkswagen Golf.
Gross weight (kg): 2`0351`900
Safety: no datano data
Quality:
high

high
Audi A4 has slightly fewer faults.
Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Volkswagen Golf, so Audi A4 quality could be a bit better.
Average price (€): 28002400
Rating in user reviews: 8.0/10 8.8/10
Pros and Cons: Audi A4 has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • more full fuel tank mileage
Volkswagen Golf has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • roomier boot
  • higher ratings in user reviews
  • lower price
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