2008 BMW M6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (444 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 696 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M6 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
