2001 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
