1994 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 602 kg more than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Eldorado | Touareg |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |