2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1998 Nissan Presea

To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Presea 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 171 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Presea.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Presea.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac DTS 1998 Nissan Presea
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model DTS Presea
Year Released 2006 1998
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 396 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2590 mm


 

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