2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 817 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
