2005 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 421 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
