2004 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 BMW 745.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (447 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 745 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
