2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac DTS 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 28 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. 2006 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DTS | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
