2008 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 525 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
