2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 662 kg more than 2011 BMW 135.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 135. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 135 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.
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2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 BMW 135 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Touareg | 135 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |