2007 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. 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 603 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 408 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 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Phaeton | 408 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
