2008 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2008 Audi A5 and 2008 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Audi A5 and 2008 Volkswagen Touareg are equipped with a 4,163 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (345 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 626 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
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, both vehicles can yield 440 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A5 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A5 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |