2007 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 542 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2007 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW X3 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model X3 Touareg
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 210 km/hour 196 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 2312 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.5 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 100 L


 

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