2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1103 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6320 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
