2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (121 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Commercial has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Commercial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commercial | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5930 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
