2005 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |