2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 531 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTD.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi Allroad | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Allroad | GTD |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |