1995 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A8 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2604 mm |