2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4130 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 2356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 90 L |
