2003 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2011 Lexus LS | |
Make | Volkswagen | Lexus |
Model | Phaeton | LS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2281 kg | 2431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 84 L |