2003 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2010 Mazda B4000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 815 kg more than 2010 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 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, 2010 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Phaeton | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
