2001 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1237 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. (325 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi Steppenwolf has manual transmission. 2001 Audi Steppenwolf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Steppenwolf | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Steppenwolf | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
