2005 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 707 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
