2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 486 kg more than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. 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 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota 4Runner | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4Runner | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 90 L |
