2001 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Steppenwolf would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Steppenwolf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1412 kg more than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. (325 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Steppenwolf | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Steppenwolf | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
