2003 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 559 kg more than 2003 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8. 2003 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
