2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (315 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (280 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3189 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
