2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 Audi RS6.
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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi RS6 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | RS6 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.9 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 | 1955 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |