2010 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2010 BMW 325 and 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 753 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 325 | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2881 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |