2002 Nissan Pickup vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 372 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Pickup 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 2002 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS, 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 DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup. 2010 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pickup | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Pickup | DTS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2936 mm |
