1999 Porsche 996 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 797 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 996 | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 996 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
