2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 931 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Phaeton | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2356 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
