2010 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 528 kg more than 2009 BMW 545.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 545. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Phaeton | 545 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2233 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5059 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1903 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1901 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2881 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
