2007 BMW 118 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 118 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |