2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 1 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 617 kg more than 2006 Audi RS4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Audi RS4 (583 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi RS4 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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2006 Audi RS4 | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | RS4 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 360 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 360 mm | 2890 mm |