2008 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 482 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW M3 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M3 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |