2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
