2009 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 624 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A5 | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A5 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |