2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DTS | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
