2005 BMW 760 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 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 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 760 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 760 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6128 cc | 4171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |