2007 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 477 kg more than 2007 BMW M5.
Because 2007 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan, 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M5 | Routan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |