2008 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2008 BMW 550 and 2008 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 550 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4172 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |