2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 621 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, both vehicles can yield 431 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 431 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |