2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan 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 127 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac DTS | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | DTS | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |