2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |