2007 Ford Edge vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Because 2007 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Edge | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Edge | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |