2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 11 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 669 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Phaeton | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 308 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
