2005 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 616 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |