2008 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 331 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
