2008 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 2650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |