2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 496 kg more than 2009 Audi RS6.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi RS6. (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS6 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | RS6 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4991 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 572 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
