2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 189 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (447 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Tahoe | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |