2009 BMW X6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 BMW X6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X6 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X6 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |