2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Touareg | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 850 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |
