2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 804 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Excursion | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Excursion | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 90 L |