2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 608 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Freestar | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3010 mm |
