2004 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. Both 2004 Audi A3 and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg are equipped with a 3,189 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 664 kg more than 2004 Audi A3.
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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |