2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | E | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |