2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |