1995 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 799 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M5 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
