2009 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 656 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 550 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2967 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2316 kg |
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 | 10.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |