2005 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 66 kg more than 2010 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Phaeton | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
