2001 Audi TT vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 346 kg more than 2001 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2001 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
