2004 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 62 (631 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 716 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Maybach |
| Model | Phaeton | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3828 mm |
