2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Jeep | Cadillac |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | DTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
