2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 BMW X3.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Phaeton | X3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
