2010 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 565 kg more than 2012 Audi S5.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Phaeton | S5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1903 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1901 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3001 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
