2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest 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 35 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
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 (388 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
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2006 Cadillac DTS | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DTS | Quest |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |