2000 Volkswagen Microbus vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 96 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
| Model | Microbus | CTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
