2007 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 693 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 330 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
