2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 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 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 699 kg more than 2010 BMW 123.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 123. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Touareg | 123 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
