1994 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 529 kg more than 1994 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1994 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1994 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |