2006 BMW 523 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 675 kg more than 2006 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 523 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
