2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 4 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 70 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 109 kg more than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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 2010 Jeep Wrangler. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | DTS | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
