2000 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 799 kg more than 2000 BMW 330.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 330 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
