2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 5 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (270 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
| Model | Passat | DTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
