2004 Audi Allroad vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2004 Audi Allroad is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Audi Allroad. (250 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 354 kg more than 2004 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi Allroad. (350 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi Allroad.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi Allroad 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model Allroad Touareg
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 4172 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 411 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 93 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1896 kg 2250 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.2 L/100km 11.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 20.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 14.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L


 

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