2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 46 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (447 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Envoy | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2187 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
