2002 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 528 kg more than 2002 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DeVille | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
