1990 Audi 90 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1990 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
