2005 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 591 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 525 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |