Cadillac vs. Volkswagen

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Cadillac and Volkswagen contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Cadillac and Volkswagen cars.

When comparing the Cadillac brand to the Volkswagen brand, Cadillac has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, safety and variety of models offered. Volkswagen has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, used car pricing, horsepower, towing capacity and retained value.

Cadillac versus Volkswagen: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Cadillac versus Volkswagen pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Volkswagen in 2 out of 2 vehicle comparisons. Volkswagen also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 2 out of 2 comparisons. And with regards to depreciation, both Cadillac and Volkswagen models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 1 out of 2 comparisons.

Cadillac versus Volkswagen: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Volkswagen vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 2 model comparisons. Cadillac offers higher MPG for its vehicles in their base trim in 1 out of 2 comparisons. Both Cadillac and Volkswagen vehicles have the same MPG in 1 comparisons. Volkswagen offers a greater towing capacity in 2 out of 2 comparisons.

Cadillac versus Volkswagen: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Cadillac has better safety ratings in 2 out of 2 comparisons. Volkswagen shows higher ratings for retained value in 1 out of 2 comparisons.

Available Body Styles: Cadillac offers 8 SUVs and 4 sedans. In comparison, Volkswagen offers 5 SUVs, 3 sedans, and 2 hatchbacks.

Drivetrain Options: Cadillac offers 11 gasoline vehicles, 2 diesels, and 1 electric vehicle. Volkswagen offers 9 gasoline vehicles and 1 electric vehicle.

Cadillac offers 7 all-wheel-drive models, 3 front-wheel-drive models, and 7 rear-wheel-drive models. Volkswagen offers 7 all-wheel-drive models, 8 front-wheel-drive models, and 1 rear-wheel-drive model.