2011 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Routan | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Routan | 750 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 82 L |