2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 405 kg more than 2003 Audi RS6.
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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi RS6 | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | RS6 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |