2007 Ford Territory vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Territory | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
