2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 132 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic. 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 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 4920 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |