2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 5 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2011 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lexus |
| Model | Phaeton | GX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
