Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Audi A4 / S4 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 110.6 in | -9.1 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 185.2 in | -19.8 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 71.9 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 56.2 in | 2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 3637 lb. | -311 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 40.0 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.5 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.5 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 54.3 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 35.2 in | 0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | 2.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | 33.6 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
2012 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Without question, the most comfortable car for long road trips that I've ever owned. Our family of four took a road trip of ~2000 miles, longest single-day drive was 11 hours, and never felt any fatigue or discomfort from the seating. Seats are firm and supportive but not harsh or uncomfortable. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2012 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Like German cars, the seats are quite hard. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |