2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1993 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | DTS | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
