2007 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |