2008 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 5 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 162 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 464 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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 (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
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2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Phaeton | E-Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.06:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 181 L |