2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 2006 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
