2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 253 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac DTS. 2010 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang 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:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Mustang | DTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
