2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 861 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
