2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 432 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X3 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |