2006 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 525 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |