2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 8 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 903 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Phaeton | Fit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
