2001 BMW Z18 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z18 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z18 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z18 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 529 kg more than 2001 BMW Z18.
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 Z18 (340 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z18 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z18 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2229 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
