2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
