2003 BMW X Activity vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 BMW X Activity is newer by 1 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, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 584 kg more than 2003 BMW X Activity.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X Activity. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X Activity.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X Activity | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X Activity | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |