2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 406 kg more than 2013 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
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2010 Volkswagen Routan | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Routan | X1 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2096 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |