2007 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton and 2007 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 670 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Phaeton | XC70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |