2007 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 724 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Audi A3 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |