2007 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 3,341 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 576 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur.
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2007 Hyundai Grandeur | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Grandeur | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3341 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |