2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Acadia | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |