2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 749 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondeo | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
