2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M3 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
