2008 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 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 2,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
