2007 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 1 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 416 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
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 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S8 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |