2010 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 667 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Touareg | 325 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
