2005 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 309 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Audi A8 (431 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (385 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
