2009 BMW 745 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 441 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 745 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
