1999 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 910 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
