2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 Cadillac DTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Cadillac DTS (390 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Frontier | DTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |
