2003 Honda Logo 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 Honda Logo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Logo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2003 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1509 kg more than 2003 Honda Logo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Logo. 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 (551 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Logo. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Logo | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logo | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
