2008 BMW 645 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 539 kg more than 2008 BMW 645.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 645 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 645 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
