2002 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2002 Audi A4 and 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 827 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Audi A4 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 23.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |