1996 BMW 540 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 785 kg more than 1996 BMW 540. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 540 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |