1999 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1999 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 876 kg more than 1999 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
