2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 406 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
