2004 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 525 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
