2008 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 856 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
