2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 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 (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | STS | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |