2008 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi TT. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Phaeton | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
