2006 BMW 545 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 BMW 545.

Because 2006 BMW 545 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 545 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 545 Phaeton
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4396 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 95.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 8.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1835 kg 2076 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.6 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L


 

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