2005 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S4 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 500 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |