2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 192 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
| Model | Phaeton | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2297 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
