2006 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 551 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A8 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A8 Touareg
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 329 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 2406 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1727 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2855 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 100 L


 

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