1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 331 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
