2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-150. (411 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2002 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Phaeton | F-150 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2192 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3386 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |