2004 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 516 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 430 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Audi A6 | 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2281 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |