2007 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-250. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-250. (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Phaeton | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
