2009 BMW 135 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 7 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 135 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |