2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 4 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 182 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
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 803 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Touareg | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 1153 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2469 mm |
