2002 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (334 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 427 kg more than 2010 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | Cayenne | DTS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 334 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
