2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 1993 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 187 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 1993 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Phaeton | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
