2006 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 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 111 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 525 | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |