2007 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 6 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 576 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Phaeton | Venza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |