2008 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1079 kg more than 2010 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 2010 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 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Phaeton | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
