2001 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 253 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2881 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |