2005 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 719 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |