2008 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2008 BMW 120 and 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 891 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 120 | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 120 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |