2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 562 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Phaeton | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
