2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Volkswagen Touareg are equipped with a 2,966 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (229 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (218 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
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, 2009 Audi A8 (450 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 218 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 407 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |