2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 246 kg more than 2007 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Phaeton | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
