2000 Audi RS4 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 552 kg more than 2000 Audi RS4.
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, 2000 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi RS4 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | RS4 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
