2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 669 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. 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 (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Touareg | 120 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |