2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 397 kg more than 2003 Audi RS6.
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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | RS6 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
