2008 Audi TT 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 TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Audi TT. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 921 kg more than 2008 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2008 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi TT 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model TT Touareg
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 2256 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4796 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1941 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1732 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2893 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 100 L


 

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