2009 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 649 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 320 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
