2005 Ford GT vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Ford GT 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (415 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 782 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (550 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
