2005 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Audi S6.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S6 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
