2006 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 507 kg more than 2006 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 525 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
