2005 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 461 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
