2005 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (239 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2005 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
