2005 BMW 740 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 740 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 20.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |