2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 407 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 (551 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
