2006 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 197 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Touareg | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
