2007 BMW 116 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 116 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 116 Touareg
Year Released 2007 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 2304 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 100 L


 

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