2006 Lexus LX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LX. (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 407 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX. 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LX | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | LX | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |
