2009 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (218 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 929 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
