2006 BMW MM Roadster 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 MM Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW MM Roadster would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 330 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | MM Roadster | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
