2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
