2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT.
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 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 833 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2009 Audi TT | |
Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
Model | Touareg | TT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 1153 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |