2006 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |