2004 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 9 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 (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 828 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima. 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 2013 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (552 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
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2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Phaeton | Maxima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 552 Nm | 354 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2449 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |