2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 223 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |