2005 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 BMW X6. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X6. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Phaeton | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
