2005 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 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 102 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Dakota. 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 514 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
Model | Phaeton | Dakota |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4920 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |