2002 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (431 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Audi Avantissimo.
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, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (603 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (580 Nm). This means 2002 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi Avantissimo | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avantissimo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2893 mm |
