2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Eldorado | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 344 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |