1998 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Touran |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |