1999 BMW 540 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 366 kg more than 1999 BMW 540.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 540 (439 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 540 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 540 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 BMW 540 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 540 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2893 mm |