2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1439 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. 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 Ford E-150. 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 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-150 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
