2004 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 841 kg more than 2010 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Phaeton | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2356 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
