2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DTS | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 313 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 | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3130 mm |