2007 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 545 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4172 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |