2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 840 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS. 2008 Cadillac STS 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. 2008 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | STS | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
