1991 Auverland A3 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Auverland A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Auverland A3 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1991 Auverland A3. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1991 Auverland A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1991 Auverland A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Auverland A3. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Auverland A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Auverland A3 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Auverland | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
