2008 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 116 kg more than 2013 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (551 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Phaeton | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
