2006 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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, 2006 BMW 330 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |