2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac DTS | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DTS | Titan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3560 mm |