2010 Cadillac STS vs. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 682 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac STS | 1999 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | STS | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2560 mm |
