2005 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 518 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Phaeton | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
