1996 BMW 528 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 811 kg more than 1996 BMW 528. 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 1996 BMW 528. 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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 528 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
