2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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 Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Phaeton | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
