2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 606 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X3 | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |