2006 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 54 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S4 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
