Hi again
Do you recommend the v6tdi or the v6 fsi? I have no experience with the new commonrail diesels, are they as smooth and quiet as a petrol engine?
Thanks
Andy
v6 vs v6 tdi
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The vast majority here in the forum prefers the V6 TDI but you have to remember that gas is expensive in Germany, Diesel is cheaper and you get more mileage out of the TDI. So the more you drive, the cheaper the TDI gets over the FSI (although ...cheaper is relative…)
Anyway, while the TDI is certainly more refined than a Diesel 20 years ago, it will not run as smooth as a petrol engine but with the high torque at lower revs, you can compensate by just not running it as “hard” as you would a petrol engine.
The TDI and FSI are 2 completely different engines with 2 completely different characteristics. While I now drive a V8 which is a powerful and very refined engine, I would go for a V6 TDI in a heartbeat since I really like the low end torque of a TDI.
Regards
Frank
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........I would go for a V6 TDI in a heartbeat since I really like the low end torque of a TDI.....
Agreed - and quite frankly there's nothing more to add. Local decision criteria such as road tax, gasoline/diesel cost difference etc. can only be compared by yourself.
Here in Germany, as Frank already mentioned, the majority of users opt for a TDI.
Good luck and let us know of any development!
PS: Please register on our user-map - LAC region is empty so far! see MITGLIEDERKARTE on main page.
PPS: Do they also sell the R5 and V10Tdi in Haiti??
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If gas and diesel prices were the same, then you would opt of the petrol version instead of the v6 tdi. If you were to explain the v6 tdi, how would you recomend it?
The gas consumption on TDI is still much better than any gasoline car?!
....50% difference between petrol prices and Diesel.....
50% more or less???
....the v6 tdi and the ml320cdi have the better ones....
Opinion seconded.
...The motor is too loud in the cabin...
The V6TDI isnt too loud. Of course, in comparison with any gasoline engine - its noisy, but for a turbo charged Diesel engine - I think its fair. In any case noise level is much lower than with my R5.
....your Objective opinions...
OK - forget the ML Mercedes??, Jeep great offroading & lousy quality................Montero - a car that is named PAJERO in several other non-spanish speaking countries
NEVER!
There you have it - objective opinion: VW Touareg!!!!!!!
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Here are my 2ct:
- so far you didn't mention if you often want to offroad; or if you have to pull a trailer, ..... These factors will highly influence the consumption.
- in all your considerations don't forget the quantity of service-partners at your location. There's not really much you're able to DIY on the T.
- the V6TDI is definitely not noisy inside. Even with low sound level from your CD's. Outside - of course - you have more sound than with a gasoline engine. But what ... If you REALLY want good sound take a Jeep V8! ......and a good serviceshop
- so far I didn't test-drive the V6 FSi, but the power of 500 NM torque ot the TDI is really mighty. In any situation.
For more sentiments you also might check this site.
Of course if any other ??? come up - don't hesitate to ask.
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Hi Boutrosa,
Aren't you answering your own questions right there??
Diesel is cheaper - Good.
Offroading - Good.
Quality - Good.
Workshop - Good.
Fun - Good.
Touareg - BEST CHOICE!
Hey, don't forget, we are a Touareg-Forum, we have to be biassed?
N'est pas?
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.....something that if armored, will be able to handle the extra weight 280 - 350 kilo without a problem.....
I was expecting something like that......& was wondering howcome you have the guts to drive around Port-au-Prince in a car like that.
I have some interesting pics @home, will upload later on.
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Hi to Haiti!
Alles anzeigenoh
I do not pull traliers.
Here is a list of my basic needs that must be part of the purchase. And this is why I am leaning towards the touareg or Ml.
1 very comfortable interior, memory seat, good stereo quality leather etc.
2 Low range. Is a must for me.
3. fairly large vehicle b/c of wife and kids.
4. something fun to drive, b/c tired of boring cars.
5. somewhat economical.
6. very low cabin noise.
7. good amount of power for when its needed.
8. something that if armored, will be able to handle the extra weight 280 - 350 kilo without a problem.
9 a luxurious ride quality,
Don't care about any of these numbers. I think, everyone, who drives a Touareg will agree to these, OK, number 5 is relative 'cause of weight
Did I understand you in the right way?
You want to use armour-plates with the car? If so, you may be interested in that version: KLICK 5,3 tons...may be a little bit too heavy 
Greetings from Germany. -
Hi to Cologne
[...]I have some interesting pics @home, will upload later on.
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.....he sais that you cannot tell the difference....
Oh yes, you can..........that Turbo will give you hell - its truly a totally different driving. Look at the pure figures and then think about consumption and cost.
Never forget - life is binary (sort of)
V6TDI:
225bhp
500Nm torque
0-100km 8.9sec
Vmax 202-209 depending on air ride suspension
Ave consumption 10,7l / 100km
Co2 emission: 283g/km
V6FSI:
280bhmp
360Nm torque
0-100km 8.6sec
Vmax 218-227 depending on air ride suspension
Ave consumption 13.3l / 100km
Co2 emission: 317g/km
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....I thought it was a bitch...
and then we die............voila!!!!
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Grüße, Uli
I need one like that. Can I get it directly from VW?
Takecare
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Hi!
I need one like that. Can I get it directly from VW?
Takecare
I think, that will get a bit difficult.
German army tested a few cars (Hummer, Landrover, Nissan, Toyota, Mercedes and other exotic versions), this was one of them. Only the Mercedes G and one special (exotic) car passed the test. The Touareg was to heavy for the very specific and difficult ground. But I also heard about broken frames in some japanese cars...you see: it was a very hard test...
Of course, the weapon could be a good option for your purposes...:D -
