2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1968 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
