2008 Hyundai Azera vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Azera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
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2008 Hyundai Azera | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Azera | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |