2002 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Altima | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Altima | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |
