2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 416 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Statesman | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
