2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |