2000 Acura TL vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 591 kg more than 2000 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TL | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
