2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 262 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Alpina | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |