2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |