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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) vs. Audi A5 / S5 (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2009 Audi A5 / S5 specs.

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2009 Audi A5 / S5 Specifications

Model Year 2013 2009  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI Audi A5 / S5  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
256 hp@4300
243 lb-ft@2400
4.2L V8
DOHC-4v
354 hp@6800
325 lb-ft@3500
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 2dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 108.3 in -6.8 in
Length 165.4 in 182.1 in -16.7 in
Width 70.3 in 73.0 in -2.7 in
Height 58.3 in 54.0 in 4.3 in
Curb Weight 3326 lb. 3891 lb. -565 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 16.9 gal. -2.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.3 in 39.1 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.7 in 54.3 in 0.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.3 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.5 in 36.0 in 2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.8 in 52.8 in 0 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 31.7 in 3.8 in
Total Legroom 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 73 in (over 2 rows) 3.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.0 ft3 12.0 ft3 3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 46.0 ft3 12.0 ft3 34 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Audi A5 / S5

2009 Audi A5 / S5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
very comfortable seating, especially with S-line package see full Audi A5 / S5 review
2008 2dr Coupe 354-horsepower 4.2L V8
6-speed manual AWD
Awesome for a tall large-framed driver, with great armrests. see full Audi A5 / S5 review
2009 Audi A5 / S5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 170hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual AWD
Not room enough for sufficient leg space for both front and rear passengers at the same time. Rear seat room is tight. Makes you want to avoid having rear passengers in the car. Typical for a 2-door. see full Audi A5 / S5 review
2008 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Its a coupe. see full Audi A5 / S5 review
2008 2dr Coupe 354-horsepower 4.2L V8
6-speed manual AWD
barely fit an adult, good for toddlers only see full Audi A5 / S5 review
 
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