2005 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 7 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 414 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Touareg | 335 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2229 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |