2010 Toyota Sienna vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Toyota Sienna.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Sienna | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sienna | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5105 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1966 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |