2005 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 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 12 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 663 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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 530. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 530 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.3 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 | 1570 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
