2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. 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 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW 330 | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |