2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Toyota MR2

To start off, both 2005 Cadillac DTS and 2005 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 97 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (190 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2.

Because 2005 Toyota MR2 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 2005 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2. 2005 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota MR2 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.

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