2005 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S4 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
