2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4172 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
