2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 582 kg more than 2011 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac DTS. 2011 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
| Model | Touareg | DTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
