2008 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1502 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Aygo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Phaeton | Aygo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 35 L |