2012 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 376 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2002 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Touran | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Touran | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
