2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.

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 @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Phaeton Touareg
Year Released 2002 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4921 cc 4172 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 308 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 439 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 245 km/hour 244 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 7.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2489 kg 2250 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.5 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.5 L/100km 18.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 15.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 100 L


 

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