2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX 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 2005 Honda NSX. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DTS | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
