2007 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
