2008 BMW 328 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 328 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |