2005 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 952 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Touareg | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
