2005 Audi TT 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 TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT 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 59 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 742 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2005 Audi TT 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.
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2005 Audi TT | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | TT | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |