2006 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 3 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), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 774 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S4 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 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 | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |