2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 190 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1111 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |