1995 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1995 Audi A4. 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 1995 Audi A4. 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 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
