2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 BMW X6.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Touareg | X6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 304 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |