2002 Skoda Superb vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 875 kg more than 2002 Skoda Superb. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Superb. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Superb | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Superb | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3001 mm |
