2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 5 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 257 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Expedition | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
