2001 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 12 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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, 2001 Audi A8 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
