1999 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 8 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 173 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
