1995 Audi TT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Audi TT. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1995 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi TT. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi TT. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1995 Audi TT has manual transmission. 1995 Audi TT 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:
| 1995 Audi TT | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
