2004 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1240 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 (750 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (476 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Expedition | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 750 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 90 L |