2009 Audi TT vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2009 Audi TT and 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1303 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
