2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 441 kg more than 2011 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Phaeton | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2356 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
