2007 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 862 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 325 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
