2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | GL | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
