2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac DTS 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2011 Cadillac CTS 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 2011 Cadillac CTS. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS. 2005 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS 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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2005 Cadillac DTS | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | DTS | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |