2005 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 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 89 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 320 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |