2006 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 1 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. 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 (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 525 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3188 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |