2004 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 7 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 511 kg more than 2011 Audi Q5. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Phaeton | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
