2007 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2004 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 320 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
