2008 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.

Because 2008 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW M3 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model M3 Touareg
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3246 cc 4172 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 338 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.1 mm 84.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.5 seconds 8.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 2250 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 14.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 100 L