1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 705 kg more than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DeVille | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3001 mm |
