2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 9 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 911 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Phaeton | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 308 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
