2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 696 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |