2004 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X3. (237 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X3 | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X3 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
