2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 813 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Prix | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |