1996 Peugeot Touareg vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot Touareg would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Peugeot Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 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, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. (264 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot Touareg | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | Touareg | 525 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Top Speed | 112 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1490 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
