2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 499 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5. 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi Q5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q5 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
