2001 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 227 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2893 mm |
