2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 581 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Xedos |
| Model | Phaeton | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
