2005 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2010 Volkswagen Touran
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A6 Touran
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1197 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 175 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 2307 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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