2004 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 BMW X5.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X5 | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Routan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 78 L |