2012 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 7 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 399 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi A5 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A5 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |