1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 645 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fourtrak TDX | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3001 mm |
