2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Tundra | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tundra | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 424 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |