1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 461 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
