2007 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 Honda Odyssey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Phaeton | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5133 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1778 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |