2006 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Touareg | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |