2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 7 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 390 kg more than 2013 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Phaeton | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2808 mm |
