2004 BMW 645 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2004 BMW 645 and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (220 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 617 kg more than 2004 BMW 645.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 645 (450 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 645 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 645 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |