2009 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Touran |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |