2001 Porsche 996 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 970 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 996. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 996 | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 996 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3001 mm |
