2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 7 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 978 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. (407 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Vizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Vizon | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vizon | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
