1999 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 529 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. 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 1999 BMW 330. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |