2007 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 99 kg more than 2007 Audi A8.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | Routan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
