2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1236 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TSO. (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TSO. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | TSO | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 309 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
