2004 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 594 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |