2001 BMW 745 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 322 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 745 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
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 | 325 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |