2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (272 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
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 Audi Q7 (400 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Touareg | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 272 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
