2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 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. Both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton are equipped with a 2,967 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q7 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 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 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
