2008 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 831 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2967 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |