2007 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 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 189 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 303 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Defender. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
Model | Phaeton | Defender |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |