2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1191 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Explorer | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
