2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-150 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
