2009 Acura RL vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 722 kg more than 2009 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | RL | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 23.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |
