2001 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 BMW X5. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |
