2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar 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 (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 594 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (552 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Freestar | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
