2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 156 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 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 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hilux | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
