2007 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 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 (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 900 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |