1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-250 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2881 mm |