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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (345 HP @ 5200 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 (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (515 Nm @ 4000 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 | 5998 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 23.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |