2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2003 Ferrari Enzo and 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.
Because 2003 Ferrari Enzo 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 2003 Ferrari Enzo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton, 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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari Enzo has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari Enzo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Enzo | 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Enzo | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 658 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
