2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS-V would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS-V | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | STS-V | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |