2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 404 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50.
Because 2001 Ford TE-50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | TE-50 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
