2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 848 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | DTS | YRV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
