2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Phaeton Phaeton
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4921 cc 4130 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 308 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 430 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2489 kg 2356 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.5 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.5 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 90 L


 

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