2004 Audi TT vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi TT would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (351 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 675 kg more than 2004 Audi TT. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
