2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Convertible | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3001 mm |
