2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 959 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Highlander | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |