2008 BMW X3 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 499 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW X3 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model X3 Touareg
Year Released 2008 2002
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3001 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 216 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 11.3:1
Top Speed 209 km/hour 192 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 2229 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.2 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 100 L


 

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