2009 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1242 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A6 Touareg
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2698 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 2137 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4796 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1941 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1732 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2893 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L


 

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