2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Coupe.
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2008 Maserati Coupe | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |