2008 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 3,101 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2005 Volkswagen Touran
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A6 Touran
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3101 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 13.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1362 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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