2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1208 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taurus | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |