2005 Subaru Traviq vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 342 kg more than 2005 Subaru Traviq. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Traviq | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Traviq | DTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2936 mm |
