2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac DTS | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | DTS | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |