2003 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 636 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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 X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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2003 BMW X5 | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |