2005 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 522 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (385 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S4 | 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 | 340 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |