2002 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 2403 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi R8. (698 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | R8 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
