2007 BMW 130 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2007 BMW 130 and 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 786 kg more than 2007 BMW 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |