2003 BMW 545 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 586 kg more than 2003 BMW 545. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 545 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
