2008 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 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 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 227 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |