1991 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 764 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
