2007 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 867 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
