2004 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 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. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1051 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A3 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A3 Touareg
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 2256 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4796 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1941 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1732 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2893 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 100 L


 

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