2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 810 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Touareg | 120 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
