2008 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 772 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 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 | 1540 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |