2009 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 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 137 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 550 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |