2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 650 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
