2009 Audi TT vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 972 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | TT | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |