2000 Audi Steppenwolf 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 Steppenwolf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi Steppenwolf would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (222 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 301 kg more than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi Steppenwolf has manual transmission. 2000 Audi Steppenwolf 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 Steppenwolf | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Steppenwolf | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1732 mm |
