2002 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (750 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 911 | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 841 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
