2005 Acura TL vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 3 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 Acura TL.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | TL | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |