2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 90 L |