2006 BMW M5 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 526 kg more than 2006 BMW M5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW M5 | 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M5 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2281 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 19 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |