2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 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 X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 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 X6 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 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Phaeton | X6 |
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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |