2009 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 731 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 320 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |