2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 486 kg more than 2008 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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2008 Maserati Coupe | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |