2004 Audi Allroad vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Audi Allroad. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 694 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi Allroad. (351 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allroad | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
