2008 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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 2013 Toyota Tundra. 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 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Phaeton | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
