2007 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 438 kg more than 2007 Audi A8.
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 A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |