2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Vizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Vizon would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Vizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 1109 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Vizon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon 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, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (407 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Vizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Vizon | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Vizon | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 172 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2512 mm |