2000 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi Steppenwolf would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (222 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 211 kg more than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (431 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Steppenwolf | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Steppenwolf | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
