2008 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 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 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 276 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Phaeton | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
