2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 Audi RS6.
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 RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS6 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | RS6 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4991 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 572 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 6.4 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 | 2028 kg | 2297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
