2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 696 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escalade | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
