1996 Nissan President vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Nissan President.
Because 1996 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan President | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | President | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |