2001 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 28 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
