2000 Audi TT vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 934 kg more than 2000 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi TT | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | TT | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |