2009 BMW 523 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 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 101 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 523 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 523 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 523 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
