2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 525 | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |