1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 94 kg more than 1969 Cadillac Calais.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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.
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1969 Cadillac Calais | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Calais | Touareg |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |