2005 BMW 760 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.

Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 760 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 760 Touareg
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6129 cc 3597 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 438 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 602 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.5 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 20.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 100 L


 

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