2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 542 kg more than 2001 BMW X Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X Coupe | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X Coupe | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |