2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 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, 2004 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | RS6 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
