2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Forester | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |