2007 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 BMW 745.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 745 | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 745 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
