2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (450 HP) has 235 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 429 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X3 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 450 HP |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |