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. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7. 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 (760 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (552 Nm). 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 | 4132 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
