2004 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (239 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Phaeton | 525 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |