2006 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 325 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4130 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
