2009 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, both vehicles can yield 450 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A8 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |