2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.

Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A6 Phaeton
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 2965 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 91.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 234 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 8.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 2160 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 9.6 L/100km


 

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