2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2005 Cadillac DTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor.

Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2005 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2005 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac DTS 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model DTS Condor
Year Released 2005 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 287 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2610 mm


 

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