2006 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 61 kg more than 2006 BMW X5.
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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. 2006 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |