2002 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2011 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Touareg | 520 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |