2001 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 367 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 745 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |