2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 645 kg more than 2010 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Touareg | 528 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
