1983 Audi UR vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi UR (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 18 kg more than 1983 Audi UR.
Because 1983 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi UR 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi UR | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | UR | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
