2009 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (350 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S6. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S6 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S6 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |