2004 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Avanti Studebaker | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Studebaker | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3010 mm |
