2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 824 kg more than 2010 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 328. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Touareg | 328 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2544 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
